Trust

Franchise

5 Essential Elements Franchisees Need to Know about Their Franchise Agreement

If you are thinking about buying a franchise, give your full attention to the legal contract that connects you to the brand.

Thought Leaders

4 Surprisingly Simple Ways To Stand Out From Your Competition

The most effective and practical methods may be hidden right in front of you.

Social Media

This Is Why You Should Have That Verifying Blue Checkmark on Your Social-Media Accounts

Social-media verification is more accessible than ever before, and it can work wonders for your business or personal brand.

Starting a Business

How Sweeten Built Trust Into the Home Renovation Process

Home renovation startup Sweeten created trust as the foundation of its business -- and now it has $1.5 billion worth of work in its pipeline.

Growing a Business

6 Ways to Build Strong Partnerships

Finding trustworthy vendors and partners is key to growing your business -- but it's a challenging relationship to perfect. We asked six entrepreneurs to share their best methods.

Health & Wellness

My Husband and Business Partner Has Bipolar Disorder. Here's How We Manage It Together.

Like so many people -- and so many entrepreneurs -- my husband and business partner struggles with his mental health. I'm speaking up so others know: With the right understanding, life and business can still be good.

领导

3 Traits You Need to Inspire Trust in Your Company

If you want your employees, vendors and customers to trust in your business, develop these three traits and practice them daily.

Business News

The 'Return Apocalypse' is Coming. How Do We Prepare?

Returns have reached epic proportions, and the consequences are stacking up.

领导

Great Leaders Inspire Greatness Within Others

Here are three tips that can help you create a culture of self-starters.

Thought Leaders

5 Psychology-Backed Tips for Earning, and Keeping, a Prospect's Trust

One of the first steps is to establish your credibility.

Science & Technology

Here's the Big Problem With Too Much Trust

Zero Trust is a popular concept in cybersecurity, referring to processes that removed all trust from end-users.

Growing a Business

Karamo Brown Leans On His Team For Help - And You Should, Too

Queer Eye's Karamo Brown has learned that it's ok to ask for help. Now, it's a habit that makes his days more productive.

Franchise

Before You Grow, Focus on Building a Strong Reputation

As a Green Home Solutions franchisee, Jason Toliver works to make customers' homes safer and healthier. He's focused on earning their trust-because his business depends on it.

Growing a Business

Why Trust and Incentives Help Consumers With Better Brand Selection

More than 90 percent of people trust family and friends' brand recommendations. Just 38 percent trust info from advertisers.

领导

6 Ways Connections Create a Sense of Belonging Anywhere With Any Workplace

Working remotely can often have a negative impact on co-worker relationships. Here's how to avoid feeling disconnected.